Lignocaine 2% gel – Local Anaesthetic & Anti-Pruritics Preparation

✔️ Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Ahmad Baker, PharmD

Composition

2% lignocaine hydrochloride

Indications

  1. For easly insertion of rectal thermometer, enema, vaginal douch and similar type nozzles.
  2. In gynaecology.
  3. Lubrication of hospital instruments.
  4. Used for anathesia of urinary tract.

Dosage

For anaesthesia of the urinary tract :

  • In female: 3-5 gm. inserted into the urethra several minutes before examination.
  • In male: 5-10 gm. is used before catheterization.

Before cystoscopy and ultrasound: applied 30 gm. (N.B. Not more than 30 gm gel should be used in 12 hour period).

Package

Metallic Tube of 80 gm. gel.

Storage

  • Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C.
  • Keep in dry place, protect from light.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Medicament is a product which affects your health, and its consumption contrary to instructions is dangerous for you.
  • Follow strictly the doctor’s prescription, the method of use and the instructions of the pharmacist who sales the medicament.
  • The doctor and the pharmacist are experts in medicine. It’s benefits and risks.
  • Do not by yourself interrupt the period of treatment prescribed for you.
  • Do not repeat the same prescription without consulting your doctor.
  • Keep medicament out of children reach.

Council of Arab Health Ministers and Union of Arab Pharmacists

Produced by: El Nasr Pharmaceutical Chemicals Co. “ADWIC” Abu-Zaabal – A.R.E.. ATC Code: D04AB01

Dr. Ahmad Baker

Dr. Ahmad Baker, PharmD

Senior Pharmacist & Health Educator

With over 23 years of clinical experience in hospital and community pharmacy across Egypt and Saudi Arabia, Dr. Ahmad specializes in reproductive health and pharmaceutical safety. He is dedicated to providing evidence-based guidance to empower patients in the MENA region.

Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and reflects the latest pharmaceutical protocols. It is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Always consult Dr. Ahmad Baker or your healthcare provider before starting any treatment.